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An overview of Health & Safety rights & protections at work: Episode 106

Health & Safety at Work: An Overview

In this episode of the podcast I deal with a suggested topic from a podcast listener who emailed and said:

“Really enjoy listening to your podcasts. Could I ask that you consider health and safety at work, workplace danger and Section 44 of the ERA 1996 as a future topic as it’s a interesting subject?”

In this episode I will cover:

  • The protection from detriment provided by Section 44 of the Employment Rights Act 1996.
  • Unfair dismissal protection for employees who raise health and safety issues.
  • Basic health and safety obligations as set out in the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
  • Minimum legal requirements.
  • How individual Directors, business owners and managers can be liable for health and safety breaches.
  • Considerations in respect of mental health and protecting from risks to mental health safety.

Action Points

  1. Check to ensure that you comply with the minimum requirements of the Health and Safety Act Work Act 1974.
  2. Review your procedures and policies to ensure they are fit for purpose.
  3. Undertake any risk assessments.
  4. Ensure that your managers have training and a good understanding of the legal requirements.
  5. If you are unsure how this affects your business, please give us a call – 01983 897003 – 023 8098 2006 – 01722 653001

Useful Links

Health & Safety Executive Website

As part of our HR Harbour annual subscription service for employers we provide guidance and support with settlement discussions and documentation. If you would like to know more about the HR Harbour Service and how you can get unlimited support from as little as £180 per month please contact me for a no obligation discussion – alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or you can find full details here: HR Harbour

Don’t forget you can contact us by email alison@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or miranda@realemploymentlawadvice.co.uk or by telephone 01983 897003, 01722 653001 or 023 8098 2006


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